Issue Aug 26-Sep 01 2026: Bolivia’s economic performance remains stalled due to the fiscal deficit and recession.

Issue Aug 26-Sep 01 2026: Business confidence in Brazil declined again in August, raising concerns about weaker economic activity in the second half of 2026. The decline was driven primarily by the industrial sector, as businesses faced weakened demand, growing inventories, and increased uncertainty.

Issue Aug 26-Sep 01 2026: The coastal region accounted for nearly three-quarters of these jobs, led by Lima, Ica, and La Libertad. In contrast, the Amazon region contributed just 3.1% of the total.

Issue Aug 26-Sep 01 2026: The proportion of business leaders who consider it a good time to invest has dropped to just 23 percent.